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I was running my V on last nite through some nice rolling hills that I know very well. I came over this crest and instead of running down the other side, I ran right into a new lake from the winter run off. The V went in, water splashing every where and the bike died.

I hopped off into about 3 feet of water and rolled it back up the hill, out of the water. I let it drip for a minute then fired her up, it sputtered, farted but ran although rough. I hoped on, blipped the throttle for about a block and it seemed to clean up and run normal. I booted home fast, about 3/4 of a mile and parked it in the shop. I took the clutch cover offf, a few drops of water inside but otherwise failry dry. The airbox had water drop inside, the inside of the lid was wet as was the outside of the air filter. I fired up the bike again hoping to evaportate any water that may be in the carbs. I rev'd her pretty good (no tach but with the Alltoys ignition, she was really reving) for a few seconds up and down. Seems to be ok. Let all the components dry in the shop overnite(cracked the furnace to 85 degrees!).

My problem is the lack of lighting on this bike to see anything. I feel like I am overdriving my headlights at 30 mph!!


I have heard of the NAPA bulbs giving a bit more light but I am looking for something like those PIA Blue style of offroad lites or equvilant.
I want to see at least 1/4 mile down the road or nite driving this beast will be pointless.


Any ideas as to how to add aftermarket lites or what to add would be a great help!!! I don't want to have to take my flippers and mask riding!

 

If it’s the same NAPA bulb as the P then it’s a lot more light. One of the best things I have done. I ride at night and they made a big difference. The low beams are spread out and are a little better than stock high beams. The high beams come together in the middle and light up the trail ahead. If the V uses the same bulb as the P than you won’t be disappointed.

DG Holeshot
DG Snorkel
K&N Filter
Dial-A-Jet
Supertrapp IDSX exhaust
Primary Dalton Plain\white spring
Secondary EPI black spring
P-700 Belt
28” Mudlites on C's
Warn 4000 winch on front
Warn 2500 winch on back
Headlight mod

 

Check out the May 2004 issue of ATV Sport, starting on page 78, there's a few ideas for you. Although da editing crew wittled things down quite a bit. [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif[/img]

 

Make sure they are adjusted properly. When I got my V they were aimed about 10 feet out.

 

Maybe you should get an argo? hehe

 

I put on the trailtech HID lights. Comes with flood and one spot. They mounted on the handle bars and work great and look really cool. About $250. The regular lights are cheaper.

 

Thanks for the replies.

The Trailtech HID lights look like the answer. I will get the NAPA bulbs as well. As for the Argo, I am an Eskimo fan!!!!

 

Anyone one have the p/n for the NAPA bulbs?

 

Just got back from the Napa store p/n 6260a 6 bucks CDN

 

ok just checking before i go out and buy the napa bulbs
has anyone actually put them in there v yet.

thanks,